Everyday Life

Winner of the Finlandia Prize 2013, Everyday Life is a heartrending exploration of the bond between Marina Tsvetaeva, one of Russia's most celebrated poets, and her daughter, Ariadna Efron. Spanning their lives across revolutionary Russia, exile in Czechoslovakia and Paris, and their eventual return to Stalinist Moscow, the novel captures the intimate struggles of a family torn apart by history. Amidst political upheaval and personal betrayal, Pela crafts an unforgettable portrayal of love, sacrifice, and survival under oppressive regimes.

Through poetic prose, Everyday Life delves into themes of artistic passion, maternal devotion, and the devastating effects of Stalinist terror. With its profound emotional depth and historical insight, the novel illuminates the resilience of the human spirit in the face of relentless adversity. It stands as a stunning tribute to the power of words and the unyielding strength of familial ties.